2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1966 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 960 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1966 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Aston Martin |
| Model | Arnage | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
